CSIR CFTRI Project Associate-II 2026 — 1 Post, 23 Aug

CSIR — Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, has released CSIR CFTRI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. PAT 45/2026 for 1 post. This Karnataka central government job vacancy 2026 is a contractual research position open to candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Food/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering with 2 years of R&D experience, or a Master's/Integrated Master's degree in the same disciplines. Candidates up to 35 years of age can apply online before the last date. Selected Project Associate-II will support a CFTRI research project, contributing to the institute's ongoing work in food technology, biotechnology, or chemical engineering research. CFTRI is one of India's premier food research institutions under CSIR, known for its work on food processing, preservation, and nutrition science. The selection process for CSIR CFTRI Project Associate-II 2026 consists of shortlisting followed by an interview. The monthly stipend is ₹35,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified candidates, or ₹28,000 plus HRA for other eligible candidates. The CSIR CFTRI Project Associate-II 2026 online application closes on 23 August 2026. There is no application fee for any category. Candidates must read the complete official notification (Advt No. PAT 45/2026) before applying, and should note that the maximum age limit of 35 years is calculated as on the closing date, 23 August 2026.

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (Food/Biotechnology/Chemical) or equivalent from a recognised university, along with 2 years of experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology organisations. Alternatively, candidates with a Master's or Integrated Master's degree in Engineering or Technology (Food/Biotechnology/Chemical) from a recognised university are also eligible without the experience requirement. This is a contractual Project Associate-II position at CSIR-CFTRI.

Maximum age is 35 years, as on 23 August 2026. Age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (Food/Biotechnology/Chemical) or equivalent, AND 2 years of R&D experience in industrial/academic institutions or Science and Technology organisations
• OR Master's/Integrated Master's degree in Engineering or Technology (Food/Biotechnology/Chemical) from a recognised university
• Maximum age 35 years, as on 23 August 2026
• Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates
• This is a contractual position, not a permanent institute appointment
• No application fee is required for this recruitment
• Selection consists of shortlisting followed by an interview

No application fee is mentioned for any category in the official notification.

₹35,000 per month plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified candidates ₹28,000 per month plus HRA for other eligible candidates This is a contractual position, not a permanent institute appointment

1. Visit the official CSIR-CFTRI website or the direct application link
2. Register and fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and experience details
3. Upload the required documents, including photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format
4. Pay the application fee online, if applicable (none is currently specified)
5. Review all entered details carefully before final submission
6. Submit the application online on or before 23 August 2026
7. Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for your own future reference
8. Wait for further communication regarding the shortlisting and interview